Manotick Backyard Ultra

Manotick, Canada • 3 Oct 2026

Manotick Backyard Ultra

The Manotick Backyard Ultra is an endurance running event taking place on October 3, 2026, in Manotick, Ontario. It features three separate race distances.

Available Distances

  • Backyard Ultra: A looped race on a mixed-terrain course (road and trail).
  • 5K: A timed race.
  • Family 1K: A non-timed event for all ages and skill levels.

Course and Location

The Ultra start is at 692 Coffee and Bar. The looped course goes through the town of Manotick, incorporating both road and trail running, crossing bridges and going through parks.

Additional Information

Fifty percent of the registration fee from the family 1K race is donated to the CHEO Children's Hospital. A buff is included in the registration fee for entries received before a specified cutoff date. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

7 km
Backyard Ultra Marathon
5 km
Family 1km
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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